1985 Renault 25 vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 25 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
